For the next two years, I juggled my studies with training and began to take part in competitions. When I finished school in 2014, I made the decision to defer going to university and concentrate fully on chair racing.

It became such a memorable year for me, as I came fifth at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, and then won three golds at the European Championships a few weeks later.

I remember looking up as I crossed the finish line and seeing my dad crying with pride.

The last two years have been all about getting to Rio, training six days a week with a combination of gym sessions and racing on road and track.

I feel calm and really focused now, but I know when I step on the plane I’m going to be buzzing with excitement.

I think it’s important to improve attitudes towards the disabled, so I work with the disability charity Scope.

Rio will be a brilliant opportunity to increase awareness of what’s possible, and I hope young girls with disabilities will watch me compete and feel inspired to aim for the Paralympics in 2020 or 2024.

I want them to see that if you’re really passionate about a sport and believe in your own ability, nothing can hold you back.”

Channel 4 will be broadcasting the 2016 Paralympics across all its platforms, including All 4. Thanks to British Athletics and Bromakin Wheelchairs. Visit Scope.